Browns Lake Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 30.0394263, -95.2464598 Tags: – gnis:feature_id: 1331373 – name: Browns Lake – natural: water – water: lake
Nature & Water Areas
Scout Lake Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.6540511, -95.474325 Located in Mason Park near Houston’s East End, Scout Lake is a small water body used for recreation and ecological education. The surrounding park includes walking trails, sports fields, and shaded...
That Duck Park Lake Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.6762337, -95.4560492 Tags: – basin: retention – intermittent: yes – name: That Duck Park Lake – natural: water – water: basin
The Cistern Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.7626333, -95.3765945 The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is a decommissioned underground water reservoir that has been repurposed as a public space for art and reflection. While not a nature reserve in the conventional...
Arthur Storey Park Stormwater Detention Basin Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.7000127, -95.5615695 This dual-purpose facility combines flood control infrastructure with public green space. Arthur Storey Park features walking trails, picnic areas, birdwatching spots, and scenic views of the detention basin. Located in southwest...
Kinder Lake Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.7537508, -95.3590852 Located in Discovery Green Park in downtown Houston, Kinder Lake is a man-made lake surrounded by trails, public art, and vibrant landscaping. It offers paddle boat rentals and scenic boardwalks and...
Spring Lake Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.8128437, -95.5123258 Tags: – basin: retention – name: Spring Lake – natural: water – water: basin
Reflection Pool Map – Nature Reserve
Location: 29.714745, -95.3908774 The Reflection Pool, located within the Houston Museum District, offers a peaceful escape surrounded by greenery and cultural landmarks. Though not a traditional nature reserve, it functions as a meditative water...